M & M GOAT RANCH -- EXERCISE TIPS

• The first few things to understand :

                    Every goat has it's own personality

                    Some goats are thicker skinned and heavy muscled -- Some thin skinned with tight muscles

                    Some goats will need more exercise than others to get in good "show condition"

                     Exercise is a VERY important part to getting your goat in "show condition"

• Young goats like to "show off" and sometimes will exercise themselves to a certain degree

• If you have a large enough pen, you can place objects for them to jump up on and off to get some exercise

                    You can use spools, home made platforms, etc. -- (if using spools make sure to cover holes to avoid broken legs and injury)

                    Even a small dirt mound will help

• Start while they are young -- leading them around with a halter or show chain,  which ever you will need to show with.

• Run your goat for short distances -- goats build muscle better with short bursts of energy -- they are not long winded so don't over do

• Check the goat for loose skin and fat -- if this condition arises, more exercise is needed

• If you have a treadmill, you could even use that some for the goat to get some exercise

• A goat that has been exercised properly will handle better and give you an advantage in the show ring

• Make it fun for you and the goat --- and Good Luck at your show!!